Classification Agent (South Asia Hub)

DHL Express (Singapore) Pte. Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Comprehensive learning and development

Inclusive workplace culture

Competitive benefits and wellness

Job summary

DHL Express Singapore is seeking a Classification Agent (South Asia Hub) to accurately classify shipments and determine duties and taxes payable for imports/exports. You will support both Formal and Informal declarations and prepare compliant data for submission.

Responsibilities include data validation, communications with customs authorities, and ensuring adherence to applicable regulations. Shift work is expected, with preference for candidates familiar with tariff classifications and

Qualifications

• At least a GCE O Level.
• Minimum 2 years experience working in customs clearance matters within logistics, international transportation or brokerage.
• Customs certification on Import/Export trade or brokerage related subject is preferred.
• Proficient with a computer and typewriting skills.
• Class 3 driving license is preferred/advantageous.
• Role requires shift work.

Responsibilities

• Classify commodities and determine duties/taxes in accordance with tariff classifications and local guidelines.
• Prepare accurate and compliant customs data for Formal and Informal entry submissions.
• Validate and correct shipment data to match customer documents and DHL records.
• Ensure compliance with Customs policies and procedures and liaise with authorities as needed.
• Maintain professional conduct when dealing with government agencies.

Skills

Teamwork

Accountability

Communication

Education

GCE O Level

Customs certification

Job description

Join the Most International Company in the World - DHL Express Singapore

Would you like to join the world's most international company? At DHL Express, we have been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969, connecting people and businesses in over 220 countries and territories. We don't just deliver parcels - we deliver possibilities. If you want to make an impact that matters, join our Insanely Customer-Centric team today! Explore exciting opportunities at https://careers.dhl.com/global/en.

DHL Express Singapore is proud to be certified as a best workplace in Singapore since 2017 and ranked No.1 from 2020 for five successive years by global institute Great Place To Work (GPTW). Here, you will be part of a team of over 1,500 passionate professionals dedicated to Connecting People and Changing Lives through express delivery for some of the world's most loved and widely recognized brands across the globe.

Your Future. Delivered.

Role Opportunity

Classification Agent (South Asia Hub)

Reporting to the Custom Clearance Supervisor (South Asia Hub), the incumbent are responsible for classifying accurately the commodities in a shipment in accordance to the national tariff tables, and determining a preliminary assessment of the duties and taxes payable for shipments imported/exported through DHL Express and also supporting Formal and Informal declaration.

Your Tasks

Classification

Determine the shipment value in accordance to the local valuation guidelines provided by the local authorities

Determine and classify the shipment commodities in accordance to the national tariff classifications tables available and/or commercial invoice data, and determining the corresponding duty and tax rates, taking into consideration: (1) Country of origin for preferential treatment; (2) Concessions or Exemptions applicable to the shipment commodity or importer/exporter; and (3) Applicable customer instructions recorded in the Customer Instruction Database Records.

Compute a preliminary assessment on the duty and taxes payable to the external agencies (including any additional taxes e.g. countervailing or anti-dumping taxes), and fees or charges payable to DHL

Overall, prepare accurate and compliance customs data for Customs Formal and Informal entry submission

Data Administration

Validate and if needed, correct the data elements in the shipment records to ensure that the data elements in the records are in accordance to the approved format and structure acceptable to the regulatory agencies and systems

Verify and if needed, correct the shipment details in the shipment record to ensure that the information in the shipment records are in accordance to the information available in commercial documents provided by the customer and/or customer instructions available in DHL's Customer Database Records

Customs & Other Regulatory Agencies.

Comply with policies, regulations and procedures that have been spelt out by Customs and other government agencies

In dealings with Customs and other government agencies, project a professional image through conduct that is honest, reliable, and respect for the laws and regulations of the country

Competency

• Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others to achieve target and objectives. Accomplishes own tasks in support of team goals and actively offers to help colleagues. Supports group decisions.
• Accountability: Acts responsibly. Can be counted on to keep commitments. Complies with the intent of policies, procedures and agreements. Builds others' trust in own professionalism, integrity, expertise and ability to get results.
• Communication: Provides both verbal and written information in a timely, clear and concise manner. Expresses ideas effectively, adjusting style, tools and mode to the needs of others. Listens attentively, and summarizes or asks questions, when needed, to clarify information.

Good Distribution Practice (GDP)

• Ensure that physical movement of Dangerous Goods and Medical Express/WMX cargo meets customers and internal requirements and is completed in an efficient and safe manner.

What You Bring

• At least a GCE "O" Level
• Minimum 2 years experience working in customs clearance matters within the logistics, international transportation or brokerage industry is required
• Customs certification on Import/Export trade or brokerage related subject is preferred
• Proficient with a computer and typewriting skills
• Class 3 driving license is preferred/advantageous
• The role is required to perform shift work

Location: DHL Express (South Asia Hub), 121 Airport Cargo Road, Singapore 819480

What We Offer

• Career development with a global market leader internationally.
• Comprehensive learning and development programs.
• Inclusive workplace culture.
• Competitive benefits and wellness initiatives.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are looking to further your career with the global market leader in Express logistics and are keen to be part of an organization whose focus is to connect people and improve lives, we are interested to hear from you.

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We reject any form of discrimination. The basis for employee selection at DHL Group is qualification, performance, skills and experience.

References

Visible links

• https://careers.dhl.com/global/en